Scientists have discovered a new type of bacteria that can break down plastic waste in record time

A community organized a "cultural exchange day" where residents shared food and traditions from 25 countriesA grocery store started selling plant-based meat alternatives in its frozen food section

A photographer captured photos of a local sports team’s championship win for their yearbookA hotel added a rooftop bar with city skyline views, becoming a popular spot for localsA musician performed at a benefit concert that raised $18,000 for disaster relief

A construction company finished building a new bridge that cuts travel time between two towns by 15 minutesA study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and social understanding

A small business owner expanded their online store to ship products to 12 countries

A city launched a recycling rewards program, giving residents discounts for proper sortingCity officials approved a $350 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes

A study published in a top medical journal found daily exercise can improve mental health by reducing anxiety symptomsA famous actor announced they will star in a new film based on a best-selling novel set to begin filming next month

The national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying match against a rival teamFirefighters contained a large-scale wildfire in the western region after five days of intensive efforts

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• ·A cyclist broke a national record in a long-distance race
• ·Doctors urged people to wear sunscreen every day to protect their skin from UV rays
• ·A farm installed solar panels to power its irrigation system, saving $5,000 yearly on energy
• ·An energy company announced it will phase out coal power plants by 2035
• ·A city installed 30 new pedestrian crosswalks with LED lights to improve safety
• ·Police arrested five suspects in connection with a series of thefts at a shopping mall
• ·Animal shelter partners with pet stores for adoption events
• ·A retailer announced it would offer free shipping on all orders over $30 during its summer sale
• ·A famous author released their first novel in five years
• ·A sports team won the national championship and held a victory parade through the city
• ·Study reveals that reusable water bottles cut plastic waste by 90 percent
• ·A bakery began selling its products at a local farmers market which doubled its weekly revenue
• ·Researchers found that gardening for an hour a week reduces symptoms of depression
• ·A coffee shop started using compostable cups for all its drinks
• ·The community organized a fundraiser to buy new equipment for the local fire department
• ·Furniture store uses bamboo to make eco friendly bedroom sets